Aim audio ESSENCE

Made in Berlin, the ESSENCE is a high-performance studio microphone that sets a true world first. It combines innovative design with patented selectable Transformer/Electronics output technology, offering a sound palette ranging from fast, detailed response to warmer, more harmonically rich tones.

Its modern design is complemented by backlit, touch-sensitive controls, reversible orientation, a built-in peak level indicator and a M-Audio 1" gold-plated Mylar condenser capsule. This combination makes ESSENCE one of the most complete microphones on the market, with an unrivalled price/performance ratio.

Exceptional acoustic design

The heart of the sound lies in its 6-micron gold-plated Mylar capsule, polarized from the outside. Developed after extensive double-blind testing with international engineers and artists, it guarantees natural, musical and balanced reproduction, ideal for voices and acoustic instruments.

The internal electronics are based on four high-quality printed circuits ensuring linear response, extremely low noise floor and impressive dynamics dynamics with over 140 dBA headroom. All powered by a single 48 V phantom power supply.

Transformer or electronic output: two sonic personalities

The major innovation of the ESSENCE microphone lies in its dual output, selectable in real time:

• Transformer mode

  Provides a denser, warmer and more harmonic sound, perfect for vocals, guitars and brass.

• Electronic mode

  Provides fast, precise and transparent response, ideal for percussion, pianos and dynamic instruments.

Intelligent controls and advanced ergonomics

Designed for smooth, reliable operation in the studio, the ESSENCE features backlit, lockable controls, a low-cut filter low-cut filter and roll-off to reduce reduce unwanted noise. An LED saturation indicator to anticipate distortion during recording.

Premium accessories and finishes

The microphone comes with an integrated anti-vibration mount and an elegant vegan leather pouch. It can be complemented by exclusive accessories such as the patented patented ORBIT suspension and SENTRY magnetic pop filter, for professional comfort and recording quality.

Why choose the ESSENCE microphone?

• Designed and manufactured in Berlin, Germany
• Patented dual output transformer/electronics technology
• 1" large-diaphragm gold-plated Mylar capsule
• Backlit, lockable and intuitive controls
• Headroom greater than 140 dBA and low background noise
• Integrated peak indicator and anti-vibration mount
• Optional high-end accessories